Packaging Machine Operator' (known internally as Machine Operator)
Tanfield (Home of Penn State Pretzels)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Packing Machine Operator to join the friendly team at our Tanfield site. The role is offered on a permanent basis.
The working hours
The shift pattern for the role is a 3 shift rotation Mon-Fri for the 6-2 & 2-10 shifts, and Sun - Fri morning for the night shift week
Machine technicians are responsible for undertaking the following tasks, among others:
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Responsible for the operating of multiple packing machines within the packing area. As in the packing area you may be partly responsible for the running of 3 packing machines and a flowrap machine, or 1 packing machine and 1 robot, or in another line, 2 packing machines
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Competently operate numerous machines (packing or process machinery)
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Responsibility for the upkeep in performance of the machine/s and the quality checks that are in place, including, but not all, including bag weights, seal checks, material checks, coding checking
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Efficiently carry out any assigned operation or task, meeting all output targets
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Competently operate all packing machines across designated area including following all procedures for filling and recording of each unit
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Effectively contribute to improved line performance and efficiencies
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Maintain excellent housekeeping, health & safety and hygiene standards
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Resolve running problems/issues
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Carry out all testing procedure for product as and when required
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Ensure all stages of work are checked against quality standards
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Cleaning of the units after a changeover or for a shut down
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Ability to work independently as well as within a team
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Fully engage with the IWS ways of working principles
What we would like to offer you:
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Depending on experience
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Generous annual leave entitlement
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Health Cash Plan (Medicash)
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KP Matching Pension plus Life Assurance and Income Protection
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KP4ME – discount scheme, online benefits, and information platform
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Free onsite parking
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Exciting opportunities for career progression within the Company
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience within manufacturing or the food industry (highly desirable)
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Level 2 in Food Safety for Manufacturing (desirable, although bespoke training is provided)
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A good standard of literacy and numeracy
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The ability to take ownership and accountability
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The ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
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Attention to detail and accuracy is imperative
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The ability to work independently as well as within a team